1953 Ford Vedette vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1953 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Vedette weights approximately 75 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Because 1953 Ford Vedette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Vedette | 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Vedette | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
